Las Vegas is basking under clear skies Wednesday, April 22, 2026, with afternoon highs headed for the upper 70s and a light but noticeable southwest breeze. Gusts will mostly top out in the mid 20s mph before easing into gentler northwest winds tonight. The calm, sunny streak should hang on through Friday, even as forecasters keep an eye on a weekend system that could drag in cooler air, stronger winds and a slight shot at showers late Saturday into Sunday.
Today's outlook
According to the National Weather Service Las Vegas, afternoon temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 70s to around 80°F, with west-southwest winds around 10 to 16 mph and gusts reaching into the low 20s. Skies stay mostly clear tonight with lows settling in the mid 50s and relative humidity staying on the dry side. If your plans for the next couple of days revolve around sunshine and low humidity, the forecast is very much in your corner.
Winds and travel
Earlier in the week, stronger gusts were the main story, with some exposed locations and higher terrain on Tuesday clocking gusts well into the 40s and 50s mph. Those attention-grabbing winds have largely backed off. Localized downsloping gusts may still pop up this morning near the western foothills and Red Rock Canyon, so it is not a bad idea to pin down patio cushions and other lightweight items if you live in a more exposed spot. For most travelers, operations at Harry Reid International Airport are expected to see only minor wind-related impacts today, though that could change depending on how the weekend system lines up.
Weekend watch
Forecast ensembles and recent discussions point to a system arriving sometime Saturday night into Sunday that will likely bump up wind speeds, knock temperatures down a notch and introduce a small chance of spotty showers around the valley. For context on how quickly conditions can flip, check out sunny Vegas turns wind tunnel, which looked at recent wind concerns. The upcoming setup is different in both timing and moisture, and forecasters say it is worth keeping tabs on. If you have outdoor plans late Saturday or Sunday, it is smart to sketch out a backup option and double-check the latest forecast before heading out.
Plan ahead
Through Friday, expect pleasant, mostly dry weather and prime conditions for patios and outdoor errands, with cooler evenings that make a light jacket handy. Before weekend trips, keep an eye on updates from the National Weather Service and your airline, especially later in the weekend, and revisit the forecast on Saturday afternoon for the freshest information on timing, wind and any passing showers.
